1985 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (381 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 292 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche 911 (385 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (166 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Accord | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Accord | 911 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 385 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |